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09/04/2026

Last year, Allan Olson and his son, Jacob, were riding on their ATV in northern Minnesota when an impaired driver turned their summer trip into a months-long battle for recovery.

Now, Allan and Jacob are back on their feet, but they still carry the scars of what happened — a reminder that the consequences of impaired driving last long after a crash.

As the Minnesota State Fair, Labor Day and end-of-summer celebrations approach, Allan wants people to think about their ride home before they start drinking.

Ask family or a friend to drive, use rideshare or find another way home. There are options.

Find a sober ride before you start drinking.

Drive sober or get pulled over.

Every time we get behind the wheel or go for a ride, we have a simple expectation: Get there safely. That is why Minnes...
09/02/2026

Every time we get behind the wheel or go for a ride, we have a simple expectation: Get there safely.

That is why Minnesota is proud to host the Governors Highway Safety Association annual meeting, because sharing knowledge will save lives.

Minnesota is one of the safest states in the nation for traffic safety. This week, traffic safety advocates from across the U.S. who share our commitment to preventing tragedy on the road are meeting in Minneapolis. These photos represent the collaboration required to save lives in Minnesota and nationwide.

Department of Public Safety Commissioner Bob Jacobson and Office of Traffic Safety Director Mike Hanson welcomed attendees to the conference, which runs Aug. 29-Sept. 2.

From law enforcement and state highway safety offices to advocacy groups, researchers and policy experts, this collaboration is critical to making our roads safer — in Minnesota and across the nation.

Every Driving While Impaired (DWI) incident starts with a bad decision and can end in tragedy. That’s why law enforcemen...
08/31/2026

Every Driving While Impaired (DWI) incident starts with a bad decision and can end in tragedy. That’s why law enforcement officers around the state work every day to take dangerous impaired drivers off the road.

In the fight against impaired driving, some law enforcement officers and prosecutors go the extra mile. This year, we are recognizing 57 DWI Enforcer All-Stars with the Minnesota Twins. The DWI Enforcer All-Stars made 16.5 percent of all the DWI arrests across Minnesota last year.

Minnesota’s lead DWI prosecutor, All-Star Bill Lemons with the Minnesota County Attorneys Association, threw out the first pitch.

Thank you to all the DWI Enforcer All-Stars for leading the way and protecting everyone on Minnesota roads.

Two million. That’s how many Minnesotans travel to the Minnesota State Fair each year. That’s a lot of corndogs, funnel ...
08/26/2026

Two million. That’s how many Minnesotans travel to the Minnesota State Fair each year. That’s a lot of corndogs, funnel cakes and hotdish on a stick. It’s also a lot of drivers on the road all at once in one area.

Make the Minnesota State Fair fun and safe for everyone, drive the speed limit, always wear a seat belt, don’t drive distracted and make a plan now for a sober ride.

08/25/2026

On Easter morning 2021, a police officer arrived at Veronica Ford’s house. He asked her name, then asked if she would hold his hands. Then he told her the devastating news: her son, Dalton Ford, and his girlfriend, Tayler Garza, had been killed in a car crash.

What followed were months of frustration, waiting and fighting for justice. Investigators determined the crash was the result of illegal drag racing.

Now, the Fords and Garzas are asking drivers everywhere to slow down and follow the rules of the road. Even one fatal crash in Minnesota is unacceptable.

Honor Dalton and Tayler. Never speed. Pay attention to the road. Wear your seat belt. And never drive impaired.

08/22/2026

In 2023, Corey chose to drink and drive. That choice resulted in an arrest, months in court, a lost job and thousands of dollars in fines and legal fees.

Corey counts himself lucky because no one was hurt. That moment quite literally “shined a light” on his life, and now he wants other drivers to avoid the same mistake.

Corey volunteered to speak at the OTS impaired driving press conference to share a simple message: Make the choice to be sober before you ever start drinking.

Drivers, you don’t need a DWI to know impaired driving is dangerous. But if you choose to drive impaired, you could get one — and the consequences can be far greater.

A single decision can change everything. At tomorrow’s press conference, we’ll hear from someone who knows this firsthan...
08/16/2026

A single decision can change everything. At tomorrow’s press conference, we’ll hear from someone who knows this firsthand.

In 2023, Corey was arrested for driving while impaired. What followed were years of trials and costs. Now, he wants drivers to know there is a simple way to avoid his fate: drive sober.

So far this year, that has been at least 62 alcohol-related deaths on Minnesota roads. To help put an end to these preventable deaths and protect drivers and passengers, nearly 300 Minnesota law enforcement agencies are joining together to raise awareness and education all while increasing DWI enforcement on Minnesota roads.

Watch the press conference on Monday morning at 11:30 a.m. to learn more about the high cost of impaired driving: https://youtube.com/live/E1OMJ_3orfA?feature=share

Throughout the summer, you may have driven past a traffic stop like this one: a driver pulled over on the side of the ro...
08/15/2026

Throughout the summer, you may have driven past a traffic stop like this one: a driver pulled over on the side of the road with an officer.

It’s not something they do for fun, but it is something more than 300 law enforcement agencies across the state are doing to save lives.

So far this year, more than 200 Minnesotans have died in traffic crashes. That’s 200 too many. Extra enforcement is out all summer long, prepared to make the stops to help keep everyone safe.

Do your part by slowing down and watching the road.

Quiet roads, busy roads, highways or city streets — It doesn’t matter where you’re driving. If you choose to speed, law ...
08/11/2026

Quiet roads, busy roads, highways or city streets — It doesn’t matter where you’re driving. If you choose to speed, law enforcement is working to prevent a dangerous decision from turning into a tragedy.

So far this year, at least 38 people have died in speed-related crashes, and more than 200 people have lost their lives on Minnesota roads. There is a way to stop this from happening. Slow down, pay attention, never drive impaired and wear your seat belt.

For drivers who do speed, officers are ready to make the stop. They would rather send you home with a ticket than have to tell your family you’re not coming home.

In case you missed it: Kia has recalled certain 2020-2024 Kia Telluride vehicles because of a fire risk while driving or...
08/08/2026

In case you missed it: Kia has recalled certain 2020-2024 Kia Telluride vehicles because of a fire risk while driving or when parked.

Owners of affected vehicles should park outside and away from buildings or other vehicles until a recall repair is complete.

Recalls like this highlight the importance of checking for open safety recalls on your vehicle. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration encourages drivers to download the SaferCar app to stay informed on current recalls that may affect their vehicles: https://www.nhtsa.gov/campaign/safercar-app

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